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This is an ultimate guide for travelling Asia as a solo female traveller. Find out where to go, what to do and key safety tips to ensure you have the trip of a lifetime.

Singapore

Singapore

Cambodia

Siem Reap

Japan

Tokyo

  • What to wear to a conservative country as a female traveller
    When visiting a more conservative country such as Jordan, Morocco, or Malaysia, especially as a female traveller, you want to ensure you pack appropriate clothing that respects local customs whilst keeping cool if it’s a hot climate. Even more so as a solo female traveller, you want to avoid causing disrespect, confrontation or unwanted attention …
  • Everything you need to know to visit Malaysian Borneo
    Borneo is a dream destination for many nature lovers, thanks to its incredibly rich biodiversity and rare wildlife. What many don’t realise is that Borneo is divided between three countries: Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei. This guide focuses on Malaysian Borneo, specifically the state of Sabah, home to wild orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and pygmy elephants. Whether you’re planning a wildlife adventure …
  • Ultimate Guide to Travelling the Philippines
    The Philippines is made up of over 7,000 islands—each offering its own slice of paradise. With so much ground (and sea!) to cover, planning your trip in advance is essential to make the most of your time in this tropical haven. Where to Go in the Philippines Cebu Most international flights land in either Manila or Cebu, making …
  • Guide to Chiang Mai, the heart of Northern Thailand
    Chiang Mai is the heart of Northern Thailand — a place where ancient temples, vibrant night markets, mountain landscapes, and soulful cuisine come together beautifully. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or on a long backpacking trip, Chiang Mai offers a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Here’s my tried-and-tested travel guide to Chiang Mai, including …
  • Solo Female Traveller’s Guide to Bangkok: Where to Stay, What to Do & Safety Tips
    Bangkok is a vibrant, buzzing metropolis that can feel overwhelming at first — especially if you’re a solo female traveler. But rest assured, Thailand‘s capital is also one of the safest cities for solo female travelers, with friendly locals, excellent transport, and a rich cultural scene. In this guide, I’ll share where to stay, what to do, and essential …
  • Best Tokyo Disneyland snacks to try
    Your guide on what delicious and instagram worthy snacks to try at Tokyo Disneyland including Mickey shaped chicken nuggets. Chicken and egg bao bun 8/10 This delicious bay bun filled with crispy chicken and egg salad in the shape of Mickey Mouses’s glove was wonderful. Doughy bun with crispy chicken and creamy egg salad was …
  • Best places in the world to go sandboarding
    Sandboarding is an adrenaline sport that any beginner can try if they are brave enough. As a known scaredy-cat (you’ll never catch me doing a sky dive) I actually really enjoy this activity when I’m travelling. Here are tried and tested great places in the world to go sandboarding. Is sandboarding scary? When you’re at …
  • Best places in the world to swim with turtles
    Swimming with turtles is on many traveller’s bucket list. Whether you are backpacking in South East Asia, or going on a 2 week holiday, these are my personal recommendations on the best places to swim with sea turtles. Gili Trawangan, Indonesia Also known as “Gili T”, is on of the group of Gili Islands which …
  • Let’s Go, Tokyo: a guide to Japan’s capital city
    On my way back to the UK from Australia I stopped in Tokyo for 5 days. Japan is on many people’s travel bucket list and this guide goes through where to stay, what to do and very importantly what to eat! Tokyo, and Japan as a whole, is one of the more mono-cultural places I’ve …
  • 5 reasons to not visit Bali when backpacking Asia
    After travelling South East Asia earlier this year, Bali was the least favourite place I visited. After speaking to other travellers, this island really does have a marmite reputation with some nomads loving it and spending months or years there while others completely avoid it. On reflection, I made some pretty big errors and I …
  • How to spend 24 hours in Singapore
    29 hours to be exact. Singapore is a popular layover for long haul flights. While the airport itself has lots to entertain jet lagged travellers if you have more than 5 hours it’s definitely worth exploring this wonderful city. Where to stay in Singapore If your layover is overnight or longer than 18 hours then …
  • Ultimate Solo Girl’s Guide to Phuket, Thailand
    After six weeks of backpacking across Asia — constantly packing up, moving on, and catching buses — I finally landed in Phuket, where I spent an entire week in one place. And it was exactly what I needed. Phuket is perfect if you want to experience the best of Thailand without the hassle of island-hopping every couple of days. It’s …
  • Discover Cambodia as a solo female traveller
    Cambodia was one of my favourite destinations in Asia. I backpacked as a solo female traveller through South East Asia for 6 weeks only spending 4 nights in Cambodia which I regret (but also see it as an excuse to go back!). I stayed only in Siem Reap but if I went back I’d really …
  • Backpacker’s guide to the South of Vietnam
    Whether you’re starting for finishing your trip in the South of Vietnam this guide will give you the best tips to make the most of your time. Where to stay? As a backpacker Bui Vien Street Hostel was good. It’s noisy (to be expected) but a great location for nightlife and not too far to …
  • Backpacker’s guide to Hoi An, Vietnam
    After starting in Hanoi my best stop travelling Vietnam was Hoi An. A short flight to Da Nang and 30 minute taxi I was at my hostel. Where to stay in Hoi An I stayed at Wanderlust Hostel and would definitely recommend. The couple who run it are lovely and make sure you have all …
  • Backpacker’s guide to Hanoi, Vietnam
    I travelled Vietnam North to South and so started in the capital city of Hanoi. Where to stay The old quarter is the heart of the city where you can walk to amazing food spots and local sites. If you’re backpacking I recommend Little Charm Hanoi Hostel it was so clean, comfy beds with curtains, …
  • A guide to Gili Trawangan, Indonesia
    If you’re visiting Bali or Lombok in Indonesia then you need to spend a few days in the Gili Islands. Where to stay If you want more peace and quiet then best to stay on Gili Air but there’s more going on at Gili T. I stayed at Mad Monkey hostel which was lovely great …
  • Guide to Canggu, Bali
    A guide on what to do and where to go in Bali’s popular party town. Where to stay There are lots of hotels and hostels in Canggu as it’s a very touristy area. Look at most recent reviews to help you decide as since the pandemic some may not be as good as they were …
  • Guide to Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
    Where to stay and what to do in one of the most beautiful parts of Bali. Where to stay As a female solo traveller I can’t recommend Puri Garden Hostel and Hotel enough. For the price you could get your own hotel somewhere else but if you’re travelling on your own staying in a luxury …
  • Guide to Bali waterfalls
    There are many stunning waterfalls in Bali and I definitely recommend you visit at least a couple during your time there. A lot of organised day trips include a waterfall so you can cover a few throughout your trip or you can book specific waterfall day trips. Plus you can book a driver to take …
  • Best Places to Visit in Krabi, Thailand: Things to Do, Where to Stay & What to Eat
    Looking for the best places to visit in Krabi, Thailand? Whether you’re planning a short stop or an extended stay, this concise travel guide covers the top things to do in Krabi, where to stay, and what local food you must try while you’re there. We spent two amazing weeks in Krabi, and while many people prefer to island-hop or …